Mary's Car Just Broke Down, So She Has to Run

question 19

Multiple Choice

Mary's car just broke down, so she has to run the rest of the way to school and arrives 5 minutes late for her psychology exam. Her heart is pounding, and she can hardly catch her breath. According to arousal theory, how well will Mary perform on her exam if it is on material that is complicated and took a lot of time to understand?

• A) She will get a perfect score on the exam.
• B) She will be average in her performance.
• C) She will do poorly on the exam.
• D) There is not enough information to determine how well she will perform.

Comprehend the influence of biological and cultural factors on aggression.

Learn about instinct theories and social learning theories related to aggression.

Identify the social psychology definitions of aggression and violence.

Recognize the role of social norms and biases in perceptions of aggression.

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